Apple iPad

Watch live TV

Add a real keyboard

The touchscreen keyboard on the iPad works great, but if you ever want to do any serious typing, invest in a keyboard dock. The two slot together easily and the dock even stands the iPad at a decent viewing angle.

Get a stylus

iPad demos are always shown with fingers, but some creative apps demand a bit more precision.

Read the app reviews

With thousands upon thousands of apps to download from the Apple App Store for your new iPad, don’t part with any cash until you’ve checked out the reviews and ratings on each one to make sure they’re worth it.

Compact Digital Camera

Buy a weatherproof case

If your new camera isn’t already watertight, buy a case so you can safely use it in the pool, the beach or the British rain.

Get some photo-editing software

Experiment with all sorts of tricks using photo software to crop, enhance and change the look of your snaps. It’s more fun than the actually shooting. Adobe Elements and Apple’s built-in iPhoto are two of the best.

Make your own photo books

It’s pretty easy to create professional coffee table photo books from your digital snaps using a range of online services.

HD Camcorder

Buy a tripod

Make more creative movies, or film yourself, by investing in a tripod for your camcorder.

Get arty

Now you can shoot in high definition, why not experiment filming everyday things in new ways? You’ll be amazed at how much detail you’ll capture. Try black and white or sepia tones or just different angles of vision, like shooting up from the ground or from a higher vantage point downwards.

Create family movies and send to your relatives

Most camcorders come with software to edit videos, upload them to YouTube or email them to family and friends. There’s no point making a great film if no-one is going to see it.